Ivanka Trump is concerned about the welfare of Military spouses. Her biggest concern is their inability to find work or even keeping a particular job. The Trump Administration has realized that these persons have given up on many opportunities.
They have left behind their chance of education and a promising career. Military spouses recently met with Ivanka Trump at the White House. The meeting was in an effort of finding ways to help them.
The majority of spouses of Military personnel are women. They make up about 92% and at least 16% of those women are unemployed.
Some of the employed spouses work part time. They say they prefer full time work. One of the challenges spouses have is frequent relocation. Some move at least 6 times in an 8 year period.
Elizabeth O’Brien moves often and said this “made it quite difficult to be a college basketball coach.” O’Brien is a Military Spouse Program Director at Hiring Our Heroes.
Licensing continuity is another problem these spouses face, because of constantly moving.
American Dream Week
The White House had a program recently. It was called “American Dream Week.” Ivanka Trump appeared at this event. She is a Senior Adviser for the White House. She hosted a discussion on small business owners the day before.
It was a question and answer session with McMahon. Mrs. Trump was present for Kelly swearing-in and a recent cabinet meeting.
Jennifer Korn who is the wife of a Marine said it can be very hard. She said “one of the biggest challenges is, do I leave my career or do I leave my husband?” Korn is the Public Liaison Deputy Director for the White House.
The National Military Family Association offers many opportunities for the spouses of Military personnel. They offer networking and even support for professionals.
